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China’s Charm Offensive Aims to to Win Back Wary Investors: Hello, this is Josh Xiao in Singapore.
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-03-29/china-s-charm-offensive-aims-to-to-win-back-wary-investors
Singapore charges two ex-employees of Sembcorp Marine in Brazil graft case: Authorities in Singapore said they charged two former officials of Sembcorp Marine on ...
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Singaporean doctor in Britain receives honorary knighthood for role in fight against Covid-19
straitstimes.com/singapore/singaporean-doctor-in-britain-receives-honorary-knighthood-for-role-in-fight-against-covid-19
21 motorcyclists arrested, 70 summonses issued in enforcement blitz near Woodlands Checkpoint
straitstimes.com/singapore/21-motorcyclists-arrested-70-summonses-issued-in-enforcement-blitz-near-woodlands-checkpoint
Baltimore ship passed two inspections in 2023: Singapore port authority - Americas - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/world/2024/03/27/baltimore-ship-passed-two-inspections-in-2023-singapore-port-authority.html
Over $300k a year per household? Aussie man details how much an expat family needs to earn to live in Singapore
asiaone.com/lifestyle/over-300k-year-household-aussie-man-details-how-much-expat-family-needs-earn-live
Baltimore Bridge Collapses After Cargo Ship Hit: Live Updates: A Singapore-flagged vessel struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge, the Coast Guard said ...
nytimes.com/live/2024/03/26/us/baltimore-bridge-collapse/ship-hits-baltimore-key-bridge
Quick Glance: Survivors of Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Workers in Their Cars
- Julio Cervantes survived bridge collapse, others missing or dead
- Construction workers were in their cars when ship hit bridge
- Two bodies found, four missing, presumed dead
- President Biden promises bridge reconstruction
Singapore ex-Transport Minister faces 8 new charges in graft case: Singapore's former Transport Minister S. Iswaran was handed eight more charges in a corruption ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/singapore-ex-transport-minister-faces-8-new-charges-graft-case-2024-03-25/
Quick Glance: Iswaran Faces 8 New Charges for Receiving S$19,000 Worth of Valuables from Construction Firm Boss
- Former Transport Minister S. Iswaran appeared in court to face eight fresh charges, following his initial corruption charge two months earlier.
- The new charges allege that Iswaran received valuable items from an individual connected to him in an official capacity.
- Items received included whisky bottles, golf clubs, and a Brompton bicycle from Lum Kok Seng, the managing director of Lum Chang Holdings.
- The charges pertain to a period between November 2021 and November 2022, with Iswaran being aware of Mr. Lum's business ties to his ministerial role during this time.
'Yellowstone' star Forrie J. Smith says he was 'kicked off' flight for refusing to sit next to masked passenger
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/yellowstone-star-forrie-j-smith-says-was-kicked-flight-refusing-sit-ma-rcna144887
Quick Glance: Yellowstone Star Forrie J. Smith Removed from Plane
- The actor, known for his role as ranch hand Lloyd Pierce, was kicked off a plane for complaining about a masked passenger.
- Smith, 65, was quoted in an Instagram post on Sunday with a self-filmed video stating that he didn't feel comfortable sitting next to someone with a mask.
- He mentioned having consumed alcohol but denied being drunk, and said he was removed from the plane for refusing to sit next to someone with a mask.
- Smith has previously expressed his opposition to COVID-19 vaccination requirements, stating in 2022 that he is unvaccinated and has no intention of getting vaccinated.
All Nippon Airways receives first high-density 787-10s for domestic flights : All Nippon Airways has received its first two high-density 787-10s to be used ...
aerotime.aero/articles/aall-nippon-airways-787-domestic-introduction
Actor-host Suhaimi Yusof apologises to Ramadan bazaar stall owner after misunderstanding, the two make amends
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/suhaimi-yusof-apologises-misunderstanding-ramadan-bazaar-387351
Firefighters battle early morning blaze for 3 hours in Kranji: There were no reported injuries.
straitstimes.com/singapore/firefighters-battle-early-morning-blaze-for-3-hours-in-kranji
Singapore ranked happiest country in Asia again: THE city-state was named the 30th happiest country globally for 2021-2023, according to the World Happiness ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/03/22/singapore-ranked-happiest-country-in-asia-again
Quick Glance: New Report: Kenya Ranks 114th in Happiness Index
- For the seventh consecutive year, Finland has secured the title of the world's happiest country, with Kenya ranking 114th out of a total of 143 countries. Conversely, Afghanistan finds itself at the bottom of the ranking as the unhappiest nation.
- The latest findings were unveiled on March 20, 2024, coinciding with the International Day of Happiness.
- This annual report relies on six key factors, encompassing social support, income, health, freedom, generosity, and absence of corruption. The economic dimension serves as a pivotal gauge for happiness levels across different nations.
- Attaining happiness is contingent on various elements like career progression and tackling specific challenges. The United Nations advocates for a harmonized economic growth strategy that fosters happiness and well-being for all.
Singer Bruno Mars to host Singapore tour afterparty at Marquee on April 6: The American pop star will perform three sold-out concerts at National Stadium on ...
straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/singer-bruno-mars-to-host-singapore-tour-afterparty-at-marquee-on-april-6
Singapore Prime Office Rents Jump to Highest Since 2008: Office rents in Singapore reached a 15-year high in the first quarter, defying the commercial property ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-27/singapore-prime-office-rents-jump-to-highest-since-2008
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This is why parents go to great lengths to conquer PSLE. But what do their children say?
channelnewsasia.com/cna-insider/regardless-of-grades-psle-scoring-system-parents-pupils-tuition-4227551
Record number of travellers clear Woodlands, Tuas checkpoints on March 28: The figure of 510,000 is a record for the most number of travellers using land ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/record-number-of-travellers-clear-woodlands-tuas-checkpoints-on-march-28
Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun to resign at end of year amid other shakeups: Calhoun's announcement comes nearly three months after part of the main cabin on a ...
nydailynews.com/2024/03/25/boeing-ceo-dave-calhoun-resignation/
Quick Glance: Implications of Boeing CEO's Resignation on Aircraft Manufacturer
- Dave Calhoun, the CEO of Boeing, is set to resign by the end of the year, with additional top executives leaving the company amidst safety concerns tarnishing its reputation following an incident involving an Alaska Airlines 737 Max in January.
- It is emphasized that most Boeing aircraft remain safe, but only time will reveal whether the restructuring in the corporate leadership leads to tangible positive changes.
- Implementing a cultural shift in a vast company like Boeing can prove to be a complex task, particularly for the incoming CEO tasked with rebuilding the company's image.
- Despite thorough investigations and changes at the helm of Boeing, it is crucial to highlight that the company's airplanes are safe and continue to be maintained by dedicated professionals to ensure safety in the aviation industry.
Singapore undone by controversial penalty in 4-1 loss to China in World Cup qualifier
straitstimes.com/sport/football/singapore-undone-by-controversial-penalty-in-4-1-loss-to-china-in-world-cup-qualifier
Man forged mother’s signature to sell her Rolls-Royce to pay off debts from gifting garlands at clubs
straitstimes.com/singapore/man-forged-mother-s-signature-to-sell-her-rolls-royce-to-pay-off-debts-from-gifting-garlands-at-clubs
Singaporean world champion kitefoiler Max Maeder wins European title: SINGAPORE: Formula Kite world champion Maximilian Maeder clinched another famous victory on ...
channelnewsasia.com/sport/kitefoiler-max-maeder-formula-kite-european-championships-4218501
Sentosa sky lantern festival attendees who file reports with Case to get full refund
straitstimes.com/singapore/consumer/sentosa-sky-lantern-festival-attendees-who-file-reports-with-case-to-get-full-refund
Singapore Orders Israeli Embassy to Delete ‘Inappropriate’ Social Post About ‘Palestine’
time.com/6960208/singapore-israel-embassy-palestinian-post-facebook-remove-insensitive/
Cargo ship operator involved in Baltimore crash has been sued in the past: The claims were tied to worker injuries on other ships owned and operated by the ...
pennlive.com/nation-world/2024/03/cargo-ship-operator-involved-in-baltimore-crash-has-been-sued-in-the-past.html
Singapore's Taylor Swift jackpot about more than exclusivity: Gary Ng is senior economist for Asia-Pacific thematic research at Natixis in Hong Kong and a ...
asia.nikkei.com/Opinion/Singapore-s-Taylor-Swift-jackpot-about-more-than-exclusivity
Goh Meng Seng issued POFMA order over Facebook posts linking Lum Kok Seng with Iswaran and LTA
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/goh-meng-seng-issued-pofma-order-over-claims-lum-kok-seng-iswaran-lta-links-4226101
Will Corrective Work Orders be more effective if done as a family?: While Corrective Work Order (CWO) is a punishment, it may not act as a deterrent ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/litterbug-littering-cwo-why-dirty-toilet-coffeeshop-4227366
‘Fans are seeing the fight’, says Lions skipper Hariss Harun after draw and loss to China
straitstimes.com/sport/football/fans-are-seeing-the-fight-says-lions-skipper-hariss-harun-after-draw-loss-to-china
China football captain makes retirement U-turn with World Cup hopes in balance: BEIJING: China captain Zhang Linpeng is in line to play in a crucial World Cup ...
channelnewsasia.com/sport/china-football-captain-zhang-linpeng-retirement-u-turn-world-cup-qualifier-4220541
Singaporean Joye Cai, 15, takes up K-pop trainee contract offer after Fifty Fifty audition
straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/singaporean-joye-cai-15-takes-up-k-pop-trainee-contract-offer-after-fifty-fifty-audition
This small Southeast Asian country has 'engineered' a society that lives to 100 – here's how
cnbc.com/2024/03/27/singapore-has-engineered-a-society-that-lives-to-100-heres-how.html
Hong Kong's loss can be Tokyo's gain if it plays its cards right: Benjamin Qiu is a partner with the law firm Elliott Kwok Levine & Jaroslaw in New York ...
asia.nikkei.com/Opinion/Hong-Kong-s-loss-can-be-Tokyo-s-gain-if-it-plays-its-cards-right
Quick Glance: Tokyo's Opportunity Amid Hong Kong's Decline
- As Hong Kong's appeal diminishes, Singapore rises in prominence.
- Chinese entrepreneurs and investors are relocating to Singapore.
- Japan has the potential to rival Singapore and Hong Kong.
- Tokyo must act swiftly to attract investors and establish a foothold.
In rare move, motor insurer AIG in Singapore stops insuring McLarens driven to Malaysia
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/03/24/in-rare-move-motor-insurer-aig-in-singapore-stops-insuring-mclarens-driven-to-malaysia
Regardless of Grades: How does the obsession with grades affect parents and children in Singapore?
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/regardless-grades-how-does-obsession-grades-affect-parents-and-children-singapore-4219311
Two Singaporean bikers killed in accident with lorry on the North-South Expressway
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/03/23/two-singaporean-bikers-killed-in-accident-with-lorry-on-the-north-south-expressway
Flights Are About to Get Even More Expensive on Cost to Decarbonize Air Travel: The global airline industry has long warned passengers they’ll eventually have to ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-21/flights-are-about-to-get-even-more-expensive-as-going-green-costs-5-trillion
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‘Humiliated’ China captain Zhang quits team over World Cup draw with Singapore: China captain Zhang Linpeng has sensationally quit international football after ...
scmp.com/sport/football/article/3256325/singapore-leader-hails-teams-fighting-spirit-after-world-cup-draw-china-chinese-fans-dismayed
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Mercury rising: 2024 high of 36.3 deg C recorded in Choa Chu Kang on March 24: Before this, the highest temperature of 2024 was 36 deg C, recorded on Sentosa on ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/mercury-rising-2024-high-of-363-deg-c-recorded-in-choa-chu-kang-on-march-24
Meet Henry Ng, possibly the last lion head maker in Singapore: Henry Ng has spent a lifetime dedicated to the craft of making lion dance lion heads by hand.
cnaluxury.channelnewsasia.com/remarkable-living/lion-head-maker-henry-ng-singapore-244021
'Is this appropriate?' Tourist from China upset after 'humiliating' thumbs-down from MacRitchie TreeTop Walk security officer
asiaone.com/singapore/is-this-appropriate-tourist-china-upset-after-humiliating-thumbs-down-macritchie-treetop-walk-security-officer
UN Security Council demands immediate Gaza ceasefire for first time as US abstains
channelnewsasia.com/world/un-security-council-demands-immediate-gaza-ceasefire-first-time-us-abstains-4220456
Quick Glance: UN Demand for Gaza Cease-Fire Sparks US-Israel Clash
- The UN Security Council demands a Gaza cease-fire, leading the US to abstain, causing tension with Israel.
- The resolution calls for hostage release without making it a condition for the Ramadan cease-fire.
- US abstains due to lack of Hamas condemnation, emphasizing the link between cease-fire and hostage release.
- Concerns raised over resolution's impact on negotiations and importance of a lasting cease-fire are highlighted.
Positive signs early in Ogura's tenure, but much to do for new coach and Lions, say football observers
channelnewsasia.com/sport/singapore-lions-china-world-cup-qualifier-tsutomu-ogura-positive-signs-4224911
Singaporean charged over bomb threats he allegedly sent to two Taiwanese politicians
straitstimes.com/singapore/courts-crime/singaporean-charged-over-bomb-threats-he-allegedly-sent-to-two-taiwanese-politicians
A new Japanese restaurant tops 'Asia's 50 Best Restaurants' list: Tokyo's Sézanne topped this year's list, which included restaurants in 19 cities across the ...
cnbc.com/2024/03/28/what-are-the-best-restaurants-in-asia-here-the-top-50-for-2024-.html
Quick Glance: Innovative restaurant leads 'Top 50 Best Restaurants in Asia'
- The prestigious Sézanne in Tokyo is crowned the winner of the 'Top 50 Best Restaurants in Asia 2024'.
- In addition to the nine Japanese restaurants on the list, restaurants from the small city-state of Singapore also made the cut.
- With 11 restaurants on the list, China leads ahead of Singapore, with six in Hong Kong, four in Shanghai, and one in Macao recognized.
- The restaurants on the top 50 list are spread across 19 cities in Asia.
Singaporean man injured in Hungary cave rescued in 2 hours: The Singaporean man had been injured at a depth of about 40m, said the head of the rescue ...
straitstimes.com/world/europe/singaporean-man-rescued-in-2-hour-mission-after-injuring-leg-in-hungary-cave
Worm Moon to light up Singapore sky: The Worm Moon should be visible at the horizon by 7.30pm if skies are clear.
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/worm-moon-mar-25-micromoon-viewing-time-locations-4219446
Japanese musician Kitaro to perform in Singapore in June: His upcoming Sands Theatre show marks his first concert here in seven years.
straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/japanese-musician-kitaro-to-perform-in-singapore-in-june
'If it can solve the problem, why not?' Singaporean explains why he prefers Vietnamese brides
asiaone.com/singapore/if-it-can-solve-problem-why-not-singaporean-explains-why-he-prefers-vietnamese-brides
Tax havens and worker exploitation: Baltimore bridge disaster gives glimpse into 'murky world' of shipping
abc.net.au/news/2024-03-28/ship-owner-in-baltimore-bridge-tragedy-vessel-banned-australia/103642216
More than 950,000 HDB households to receive U-Save and S&CC rebates in April: The rebates are part of the permanent GST Voucher (GSTV) scheme and the Assurance ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/more-than-950000-hdb-households-to-receive-u-save-and-scc-rebates-in-april
Poll: More Gen Z and boomers in Singapore buying into crypto: More young and also older Singaporeans are buying into cryptocurrencies as the market picks up ...
thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/03/29/poll-more-gen-z-and-boomers-in-singapore-buying-into-crypto
Take a look at this funky new airline business-class concept that features a sofa bed instead of a recliner
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Man charged with selling illegal streaming devices at Sim Lim Square, infringing copyright of Disney, Netflix
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/owner-sim-lim-square-shops-charged-sell-illegal-streaming-devices-epl-netflix-disney-4221871
Singapore starts dual probes of Baltimore bridge collapse : SINGAPORE -- Singapore will launch dual investigations of the Baltimore bridge collapse ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Transportation/Singapore-starts-dual-probes-of-Baltimore-bridge-collapse
Why is it so hard for bike-sharing companies to survive in Singapore?: With SG Bike's impending exit from the market, only two operators are left in Singapore - ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/bike-sharing-challenge-public-transport-business-government-commercial-4217821
China's WZ-7 High-Altitude Drone Makes First Known Flight Over Sea Of Japan: The WZ-7 joined-wing drone very possibly flew through Russian or North Korean ...
twz.com/air/first-known-chinese-wz-7-high-altitude-drone-flight-over-sea-of-japan
2 Singaporeans die, 4 injured after lorry collides with bikers in Johor: The riders had been heading to a town in Johor to have a morning meal.
straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/2-singaporeans-die-4-injured-after-lorry-collides-with-bikers-in-johor
Japan's Kuraray plans Singapore plant for packaging that cuts food waste: TOKYO -- Japanese plastic maker Kuraray will construct a $410 million plant in ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Materials/Japan-s-Kuraray-plans-Singapore-plant-for-packaging-that-cuts-food-waste
The first flight of their lives: An airlift after agony in Gaza: Shaymaa Shady, 5, had her first amputation in January, after an explosion by her family’s house ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/25/world/middleeast/gaza-children-injured-evacuated.html
Cordlife probe: Chief financial officer arrested, released on bail: SINGAPORE: Cordlife Chief Financial Officer Thet Hnin Yi has been arrested amid ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/cordlife-probe-cfo-arrested-police-released-bail-4224931
Singapore fight back to draw 2-2 with China in Tsutomu Ogura’s first match as Lions coach
straitstimes.com/sport/football/singapore-fight-back-to-draw-2-2-with-china-in-tsutomu-ogura-s-first-match-as-lions-coach
Singapore jails Myanmar helper who punched, bit 101-year-old woman for ‘no reason’, and taped her mouth to stop her screams
scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3257120/singapore-jails-myanmar-helper-who-punched-bit-101-year-old-woman-no-reason-and-taped-her-mouth-stop
How to prevent your travel insurance claims from being rejected: One survey of 500 respondents in Singapore revealed that only 1.5 per cent had never purchased a ...
straitstimes.com/life/travel/how-to-prevent-your-travel-insurance-claims-from-being-rejected
Singapore Adds New Corruption Charges to Case Against Former Minister: Ex-Transport Minister S. Iswaran has been charged with obtaining $14,000 in kickbacks ...
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Saving on rent? Malaysians working in Singapore caught rough sleeping on JB streets
asiaone.com/singapore/saving-rent-malaysians-working-singapore-caught-rough-sleeping-jb-streets
Diplomacy with a twist: A few countries in Asia make friends with other nations by sharing their native flora and fauna.
thestar.com.my/lifestyle/living/2024/03/29/diplomacy-with-a-twist
Take a look inside Class 95 DJ Justin Ang's S$2.5 million penthouse condo: The Class 95 DJ and his wife spared no expense for their first home ...
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/living/justin-ang-class-95-dj-new-penthouse-home-look-inside-387366
Singapore Sees Inflation Bump From Lunar New Year Spending: Singapore’s core inflation quickened in February as expected on seasonally stronger demand around the ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-25/singapore-sees-inflation-bump-from-lunar-new-year-spending
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Singapore’s Race to Self-sufficiency in Malaysia Water Clash: Building tensions between Singapore and Malaysia over a water agreement are setting the two on a ...
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Singapore jails Chinese national 3 months, for selling fake Taylor Swift tickets, helping trio gatecrash concert
scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3257142/singapore-jails-chinese-national-3-months-selling-fake-taylor-swift-tickets-helping-trio-gatecrash
Keeping your cool is going to get tougher in the tropics: As South-east Asia and other tropical areas in the world become hotter, one should take precautions.
straitstimes.com/opinion/keeping-your-cool-is-going-to-get-tougher-in-the-tropics
PSLE scripts now marked on computer screen: The number of teachers deployed for PSLE marking has been halved from 14,000 to 7,000.
straitstimes.com/singapore/psle-scripts-now-marked-on-computer-screen
'Good boy!' Dogs do understand us, says new study: The brain wave study suggests that hearing the names of their favourite toys actually activates dogs’ memories ...
straitstimes.com/world/good-boy-dogs-do-understand-us-says-new-study
'Ideas have changed': Parents more welcoming of gaming as a career now, esports team CEO says
asiaone.com/digital/ideas-have-changed-parents-more-welcoming-gaming-career-now-esports-team-ceo-says
Malaysians working in Singapore gain spending power as ringgit slumps: SINGAPORE -- Pius Chuo, a 30-year-old Malaysian working as a business development ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Markets/Currencies/Malaysians-working-in-Singapore-gain-spending-power-as-ringgit-slumps2
'I don't care whether I lose or make money': 27-year-old Singaporean buys $200k condo in JB
asiaone.com/lifestyle/i-dont-care-whether-i-lose-or-make-money-27-year-old-singaporean-buys-200k-condo-jb
‘We want to honour our students’ responses’: Chief marker lifts veil on PSLE marking process
channelnewsasia.com/cna-insider/psle-marking-process-exam-tips-science-chief-marker-students-4226016
Baltimore: Two dead recovered from water after bridge collapse in the USA: A container ship rammed into a highway bridge in the USA and caused it to collapse ...
welt.de/vermischtes/article250780792/Baltimore-Nach-Brueckeneinsturz-in-den-USA-zwei-Tote-aus-Wasser-geborgen.html
Couple charged with mischief after allegedly disrupting lion dance contest: They were previously fined for harassing a nurse during the Covid-19 pandemic.
straitstimes.com/singapore/courts-crime/couple-charged-with-mischief-after-they-allegedly-disrupted-lion-dance-contest
Speaking Her Truth: Banking tech head failed O-level English thrice, but never gave up
straitstimes.com/life/speaking-her-truth-banking-tech-head-failed-o-level-english-thrice-but-never-gave-up
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